THE CHRISTMAS PUDDING
Take some human nature—as you find it, The commonest variety will do— Put a little graciousness behind it, Add a lump of charity—or two. Squeeze in just a drop of moderation Half as much frugality—or less. Add some very fine consideration, Strain off all of poverty’s distress. Pour some milk of human kindness in it, Put in all the happiness you can, Stir it up with laughter every minute. Season with good will toward every man. . Set it on the fire of hearts affection, Leave it till the jolly bubbles rise. Sprinkle it with kisses—for confection, Sweeten with a look from loving eyes. Flavour it with children’s merry chatfc6r “ Frost it with the snow of winter dells, . , , ... Place it on a holly-garnished platter, f And serve it with the song of Christmas bells.
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Nelson Evening Mail, Volume LVI, 23 December 1922, Page 7
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136THE CHRISTMAS PUDDING Nelson Evening Mail, Volume LVI, 23 December 1922, Page 7
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